Taylor Swift - Holy Ground Chords

Intro: E

E
I was reminiscing just the other day
             E
While having coffee all alone and Lord, it took me away
          Asus2
Back to a first-glance feeling on New York time
              Asus2
Back when you fit my poems like a perfect rhyme
E
Took off faster than a green light, go
          E
Yeah, you skip the conversation when you already know
         Asus2
I left a note on the door with a joke we'd made
    Asus2
And that was the first day

[Chorus]
    Bsus4    C#m7   Asus2 Bsus4 C#m7   Asus2
And darling, it was good never looking down
    Bsus4       C#m7     Asus2            E
And right there where we stood was holy ground

[Verse 2]
E
Spinning like a girl in a brand new dress
            E
We had this big wide city all to ourselves
               Asus2
We blocked the noise with the sound of 'I need you'
            Asus2
And for the first time I had something to lose
      E
And I guess we fell apart in the usual way
        E
And the story's got dust on every page
        Asus2
But sometimes I wonder how you think about it now
      Asus2
And I see your face in every crowd

[Chorus]
       Bsus4    C#m7   Asus2 Bsus4 C#m7   Asus2
'Cause darling, it was good never looking down
    Bsus4       C#m7     Asus2            E
And right there where we stood was holy ground

[Interlude]
E             Asus2
Ah ah, ah ah, ah ah ahhh
C#m7          Bsus4
Ah ah, ah ah, ah ah ahhh

[Hook]
E                       Asus2                           C#m7
Tonight I'm gonna dance for all that we've been through
                       Bsus4
But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you
E                      Asus2                       C#m7
Tonight I'm gonna dance like you were in this room
                      Bsus4                     C#m7
But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you

[Chorus]
C#m7   Asus2 Bsus4 C#m7   Asus2
It was good never looking down
    Bsus4       C#m7     Asus2            E
And right there where we stood was holy ground

[Interlude]
E             Asus2
Ah ah, ah ah, ah ah ahhh
C#m7          Bsus4
Ah ah, ah ah, ah ah ahhh

[Hook]
E                      Asus2                           C#m7
Tonight I'm gonna dance for all that we've been through
                       Bsus4
But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you
E                      Asus2                    C#m7
Tonight I'm gonna dance like you were in this room
                        Bsus4                   E (once)
But I don't wanna dance if I'm not dancing with you




How to play "Holy Ground" on guitar

Intro:
- Chord used: E
- Start the song with a bright, energetic strum of the E chord, setting
  up the upbeat tone of the track.

Verse 1:
- Chords: E, Asus2
- Strumming Pattern: Maintain a consistent, upbeat rhythm, alternating
  between the E and Asus2 chords.
- Focus on conveying the nostalgic and vivid storytelling in the lyrics.

Chorus:
- Chord Progression: Bsus4, C#m7, Asus2, E
- Strumming Pattern: Strum energetically to match the emotional and
  celebratory tone of the chorus.
- Highlight: Emphasize the transition to E at the end of the chorus to
  punctuate the phrase "was holy ground".

Verse 2:
- Follow the same pattern as Verse 1, using E and Asus2.
- Keep the strumming lively and ensure clear chord transitions to maintain
  the song's momentum.

Interlude:
- Chords: E, Asus2, C#m7, Bsus4
- This section should have a lighter touch, providing a contrast to the
  energetic verses and chorus.
- Use a softer strum or even arpeggiate the chords to create a reflective
  atmosphere.

Hook:
- Chord Progression: E, Asus2, C#m7, Bsus4
- This emotionally charged section should be played with a mix of
  anticipation and poignancy, especially focusing on the lyrics about dancing.
- Use dynamic strumming to build up towards the next chorus.

Final Chorus and Hook:
- Repeat the earlier patterns and end with an emotional rendition of the
  hook.
- The final "E (once)" at the end of the last hook should be played as a
  definitive closing chord, signaling the end of the song.

General Tips:
- Ensure smooth transitions between chords, particularly when moving
  from Bsus4 to C#m7 and back to Asus2.
- Listen to the song to match the tempo and dynamics, adjusting your
  strumming strength to fit the emotional highs and lows of the lyrics.
- Practice the chord shapes beforehand, especially the suspended and
  minor chords, to ensure clean and resonant sounds.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Holy Ground" reflects on a past relationship with fondness rather than
regret, celebrating the good times that were shared. It's about looking
back on a relationship as a cherished chapter of one's life rather than
a sad memory, emphasizing the sacredness of shared moments.